2021 Subaru Impreza review
Subaru Impreza highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Generous head- and legroom on both rows
- Lots of driver-assistance features
- Handling resembles that of a sports car
Cons
- Poor acceleration
- Lower cargo capacity than rivals
- Easily noticeable road noise
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 30 highway, 25 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Capable compact brings the latest tech.
Looking for a uniquely capable compact car? The 2021 Subaru Impreza has you covered. The Impreza is available in both sedan and hatchback designs and features standard all-wheel drive (AWD). With tons of tech and driver-assistance features, you'll love taking this car on all your driving adventures. While we currently do not have many 2021 Subaru Imprezas on our lots, we look forward to selling more in the future. If you love the 2021 model, you should also consider prior model years of the Subaru Impreza with similar features.
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What is new for the 2021 Subaru Impreza?
- Impreza trims have been upgraded with Navigation System as standard equipment this year.
- The Limited trim now comes with Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The Premium trim now comes with Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment.
2021 Subaru Impreza trims
Base:
- 152-hp, 145-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Cloth Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Side Airbags
- Rear View Camera
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Premium:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- Lane Departure Warning
- Front Seat Heaters
- Automated Cruise Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Satellite Radio Ready
- CD Audio
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Sport:
- Includes all features available on the Premium
- Smart Key
- Navigation System
- Rear Spoiler
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Limited:
- Includes all features available on the Sport
- Power Seats
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Leather Seats
- Parking Sensors
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5 reasons to buy the 2021 Subaru Impreza
1. AWD capability
It's impossible to talk about the Impreza without discussing its impressive all-wheel drive system. Standard across all trims of the 2021 Impreza, the symmetrical AWD system is designed to deliver stability and traction in a variety of weather conditions. The Impreza's AWD system is steeped in rallying history, giving you the ability to tackle all sorts of conditions and even go off-road, too.
2. Helpful connected services
The 2021 Impreza is a compact car with the latest technology. The Subaru STARLINK® system (standard on Premium, Sport, and Limited trims) offers a mix of connected services for you and your passengers. STARLINK includes convenience features like remote engine start, remote climate control, and concierge services to help you find the closest gas station or restaurant.
3. Tons of available features
The 2021 Subaru Impreza comes with loads of standard features. On the base trim, look for great stuff like AWD with vehicle dynamics control, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, and a rear-vision camera. Premium and Sport trims add even more to the mix, with the trim-topping Limited model adding standard leather seating and LED lighting. Additional features include a Harman Kardon® premium audio system (available on Sport and Limited) and a power moonroof (optional on all trims).
4. Smooth driving experience
All 2021 Subaru Imprezas come standard with the latest EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology. The system is designed to monitor traffic around your vehicle and update your cruise control to adapt to other vehicles' speeds along the way. It can even monitor your vehicle's position in the lane, using lane-keep assist to help keep you on the straight and narrow. This makes the Impreza a breeze to drive, whether for your daily commute or a weekend adventure.
5. Choice of sedan or hatch
The 2021 Impreza comes in both sedan and hatchback styles, so you can find the right model for your needs. Every trim, from Base to Limited, can be found in either layout. That means you can get 12.3 cubic feet of cargo space in four-door models, or 20.8 cubic feet in five-door models. The five-door even offers up to 55.3 cubic feet of space with the rear seats lowered.
Similar vehicles
If you're interested in the 2021 Subaru Impreza, you should also check out these similar vehicles from Previous generation years.
Subaru WRX
Built on a reputation in rally racing, the WRX is a four-wheel-drive four-door sedan with striking looks that packs a formidable performance punch. The 2019 base trim starts with a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 268 horsepower, with a 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 310 horsepower included as an option on the STI trim. Five trims are available: base, Premium, Limited, STI, and STI Limited. And being a four-door sedan, there's a decent amount of space inside to move: 97 cubic feet of passenger volume and 12 cubic feet of luggage volume. The Subaru WRX is bound to impress, especially if you're a rally fan.
Subaru Legacy
Do you love the luxury sedan look with all of the cool Subaru tech? Then Subaru's Legacy is definitely worth a second glance. The Legacy was updated in 2018 and features standard AWD and a larger 175-hp 2.5L four-cylinder or an optional 256-hp 3.6L six-cylinder. The 2019 Subaru Legacy was updated with the EyeSight technology suite as standard on all models, delivering a ton of great technology in a handsome sedan package.
If you're looking for engaging driving dynamics, check out the sport-styled 2017-2019 Honda Civic. Choose from three body types: sedan, two-door coupe, or hatchback. Stay in control with an available six-speed manual transmission, or enjoy the smooth ride of the continuously variable transmission. When equipped with the optional turbocharged 1.5L four-cylinder engine, the 2017-2019 Honda Civic gets an impressive EPA-estimated 32 mpg city and 42 mpg highway.
You'll get many in-demand features standard on a 2017-2019 Honda Civic, including:
LED daytime running lights
Four-speaker audio system
Multi-angle rearview camera
Automatic climate control
Bluetooth audio streaming
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Subaru Impreza an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Subaru Impreza 35th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Subaru ImprezaSubaru Impreza features and specs
Base 4WD/AWD 4D Hatchback
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Apple CarPlay
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
All Wheel (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
152
Torque (ft-lbs)
145
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
105.1"
Overall length
176.2"
Width
70"
Height
57.3"
Leg room
F 43.1"/R 36.5"
Head room
F 39.8"/R 38"
Front tires
P205/55VR16
Rear tires
P205/55VR16
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Manual 5
2021 Subaru Impreza FAQ
The 2021 Subaru Impreza is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base : 28 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Premium : 28 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Sport : 27 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Limited : 28 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
The Subaru Impreza received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Subaru Impreza as 34 out of 46 among Compact Car
The 2021 Subaru Impreza has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2021 Subaru Impreza, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2021 Subaru Impreza Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2021 Subaru Impreza:
- Navigation System
- Cruise Control
More about the 2021 Subaru Impreza
Color options
Exterior colors:
Crimson Red Pearl
Crystal Black Silica
Crystal White Pearl
Dark Blue Pearl
Ice Silver Metallic
Lithium Red Pearl
Magnetite Gray Metallic
Ocean Blue Pearl
Interior details
Standard cloth seating with optional sport cloth upholstery with red contrast stitching (Sport only) and optional leather seating surfaces (Limited only)
Standard 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system; optional eight-inch display
Seating for five
12.3 cubic feet of cargo space (four-door) or 20.8 cubic feet of cargo space (five-door)
NHTSA Safety Ratings
The 2021 Subaru Impreza received an overall 5/5 rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Find out more about this rating and how NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Ratings program evaluates the crash protection and rollover safety of new vehicles.
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